The diesel power engine market has seen considerable growth due to a variety of factors.
• The diesel power engine market has experienced steady growth in recent years. It will rise from $8.16 billion in 2024 to $8.69 billion in 2025, at a CAGR of 6.5%.
This growth is attributed to increased industrialization, growing transportation infrastructure, rising demand for power generation, agricultural sector expansion, military applications, demand for fuel efficiency, and supportive government policies for diesel use.
The diesel power engine market is expected to maintain its strong growth trajectory in upcoming years.
• The diesel power engine market is projected to reach $11.05 billion by 2029, with a CAGR of 6.2%.
Growth is attributed to rising demand for backup power solutions, expanding infrastructure investments, and increased data center establishments. Trends include advancements in fuel efficiency, the use of biodiesel blends, and the development of smart engine management systems.
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The marine industry’s growth is expected to drive the diesel power engine market forward. This industry includes activities related to the construction and operation of vessels and structures for marine applications. The growth of global trade, offshore oil and gas exploration, seafood demand, and marine tourism is expanding the marine industry. Diesel power engines offer reliable propulsion for ships, supporting long-distance travel, heavy cargo transport, and onboard systems. For instance, the Bureau of Economic Analysis reported that the marine economy contributed 1.8% ($476.2 billion) to the U.S. GDP in 2022. The expansion of the marine industry is boosting the diesel power engine market.
The diesel power engine market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Type: On-Road Diesel Engine, Off-Road Diesel Engine, Other Types
2) By Operation: Standby, Prime, Peak Shaving
3) By Rated Power: Up To 0.5 Megawatts (MW), 0.5 To 1 Megawatts (MW), 1 To 2 Megawatts (MW), 2 To 5 Megawatts (MW), Above 5 Megawatts (MW)
4) By End-User: Industrial, Commercial, Residential
Subsegments:
1) By On-Road Diesel Engine: Light Duty Diesel Engines, Heavy Duty Diesel Engines
2) By Off-Road Diesel Engine: Construction Diesel Engines, Agricultural Diesel Engines, Mining Diesel Engines, Industrial Diesel Engines
3) By Other Types: Marine Diesel Engines, Stationary Diesel Engines, Power Generation Diesel Engines
Major companies in the diesel power engine market are adopting digital solutions like predictive models to optimize engine performance and reduce downtime. Predictive models help forecast potential issues based on historical data. For example, in August 2023, Cummins Inc., a U.S.-based engine manufacturer, launched a predictive model for its X15 heavy-duty engine, which alerts customers up to 90 days before sensor failures, allowing for proactive maintenance and reducing downtime.
Major companies operating in the diesel power engine market are:
• General Electric Company
• Caterpillar Inc.
• Deere & Company
• HD Hyundai Infracore
• Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd.
• Weichai Power Co. Ltd.
• Cummins Inc.
• Toyota industries corporation
• Isuzu Motors Limited
• Kubota Corporation
• Yanmar Holdings Co. Ltd.
• Kohler Energy
• Wärtsilä Oyj Abp
• J.C. Bamford Excavators Limited
• MAN Energy Solutions SE
• Cooper Corp.
• Woodward Inc.
• FPT Industrial S.p.A.
• Deutz AG
• Volvo Penta
• Perkins Engines Company Limited
• Lister Petter
• Motorenfabrik Hatz GmbH & Co. KG
• Mahindra Powerol
• Lombardini S.r.l.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the diesel power engine market in 2023. The regions covered in the diesel power engine market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.